City of Cincinnati Warehouse Steel & Aluminum - REBID - 261R925540 (2026)
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jamaiyla Cloud-Reed
The 30-second brief
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is seeking bids for warehouse steel and aluminum products, including carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and bronze & brass items across various product forms such as sheets, plates, round bars, hex bars, tubes, pipes, angles, structural tees, channels, and I-beams. The contract involves a 12-month initial period with two optional 12-month renewal periods. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET and must be submitted electronically via the City's Vendor Self Service website. Questions must be submitted via email by October 21, 2026. Required submissions include a completed questionnaire, SBE No Goals Inclusion Packet, addenda acknowledgment form, and completed pricing sheets.
Price, Compliance with bid conditions and specifications, Availability of local stock, Value and variety of stock, Length of time required for delivery
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Summary
The City of Cincinnati Office of Procurement is seeking bids for warehouse steel and aluminum products, including carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and bronze & brass items across various product forms such as sheets, plates, round bars, hex bars, tubes, pipes, angles, structural tees, channels, and I-beams.
The contract involves a 12-month initial period with two optional 12-month renewal periods. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET and must be submitted electronically via the City's Vendor Self Service website. Questions must be submitted via email by October 21, 2026. Required submissions include a completed questionnaire, SBE No Goals Inclusion Packet, addenda acknowledgment form, and completed pricing sheets.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Compliance with bid conditions and specifications
- Availability of local stock
- Value and variety of stock
- Length of time required for delivery
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Questionnaire
- SBE No Goals Inclusion Packet
- Addenda Acknowledgment Form
- Volume 3 Pricing Sheets
- Form 107 - Alternate Bids
- Form 83 - Substitutions
- Submit to
- https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cincinnati?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vss.cincinnati-oh.gov/vssprod/Advantage4. For questions, contact Jamaiyla Cloud-Reed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cincinnati in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jamaiyla Cloud-Reed. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, Compliance with bid conditions and specifications, Availability of local stock, Value and variety of stock, Length of time required for delivery" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cincinnati?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cincinnati are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cincinnati regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Questionnaire, SBE No Goals Inclusion Packet, Addenda Acknowledgment Form, Volume 3 Pricing Sheets, Form 107 - Alternate Bids, Form 83 - Substitutions. Review the full document from City of Cincinnati for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.